Brett Braley
Percival SS23 is All About Comfort and Style
British brand Percival never shies away from making great garments with just a bit of an edge. Their Spring/Summer 23 line-up is no different. With a focus on earthy tones that are pitch-perfect for the season, they've updated their classics with a focus on the use of linen, seersucker, and…
Vollebak’s Garbage Jacket Can Take the Heat
How does the saying go? One man's trash is another man's treasure? At least, that's the case with Vollebak's Garbage Jacket. Constructed from an array of recycled materials, from discarded firefighter suits to recycled brass, this jacket shows us what a truly sustainable garment can look like. With the simple…
Why All Watch Lovers Should Go To a Watch Trade Show
There aren’t many trade shows I’d say I get excited about, but the energy at last week’s Windup Watch Fair, an event hosted by Worn & Wound, couldn’t be ignored. Held in San Francisco, the Windup featured more than 60 vendors selling everything from luxury British timepieces to leather boots.…
Alex Crane’s Overdye Collection Leaves Nothing to Waste
Alex Crane, the brand behind some of my favorite basics, recently launched their Overdye Collection -- and it's brilliant. Instead of trying to start from scratch, the design team behind Alex Crane utilized the existing (and extremely popular) Lines pattern in a new way. By overdying this existing fabric (as…
The Clarks Originals Desert Nomad is Archival, but Nonetheless Modern
Trends be damned, the classics, more often than not, reign supreme. With classic silhouettes and a neutral tone that complements a variety of outfits, a classic shoe can be your closet's best friend. Take, for instance, Clarks. They're known for their desert boot (or chukka) and for good reason. It's…
Own a Piece of Rock History with an Upcoming Freddie Mercury Auction
On November 24, 1991, the world lost arguably one of the most dynamic, electric, and talented artists of our generation. Freddie Mercury had succumbed to AIDS-related pneumonia, leaving behind a vacuum that still hasn't been filled by any other musical artist. Now, 30 years later, fans of Queen or Mercury…
This Sicilian Castle is a Part of Cinematic and Italian History Alike
If you've watched The Godfather III, you may recognize Castello Pennisi di Floristella, a neo-gothic structure that featured predominantly in scenes throughout the film. Against the backdrop of the Sicilian town of Acireale, this castle was originally built by an Italian baron to house his art collection. Now, it's on the…
DMD Makes Stunning Vintage-Inspired Motorcycle Helmets
Italian brand DMD has come out with an array of new vintage-inspired motorcycle helmets which harken back to the nostalgia of the '70s with all of the modern safety features of today. Looking to what one may argue was the Golden Age of motorcycling, DMD has taken the design language…
The Autodromo Group B Rallysport Chronograph LE for Hodinkee
Auto-inspired watch brand Autodromo has recently partnered with timepiece titans Hodinkee on a limited edition series called the Group B Rallysport Chronograph. Using design language found in the spirit of the Group B rally racing era, the design of these watches is both classic and modern, elevating the ordinary into…
Where Audio Meets Auto: Master & Dynamic and Lamborghini Team Up Once Again
Luxury comes in many forms and both headphone brand Master & Dynamic and auto icon Lamborghini are leaders in their respective spaces. For the third iteration of their ongoing partnership, these two giants have produced three different headphones that balance the two brand identities into the perfect headphones. Whether you…
The AlumiTub is Redefining Relaxation
For me, there may only be one way to truly experience the Great Outdoors. And that's relaxing in a hot tub. Preferably one that is fueled by a wood-burning stove. And maybe even one that's built from cedar and is meant to last for generations. Well, lucky for me, the AlumiTub…
Levi’s x Nigo Team Up on an Unparalleled Partnership
Japanese Renaissance man Nigo has an unrivaled CV when it comes to his influential career as a fashion designer. The founder of Bathing Ape and current creative director of Kenzo, Nigo brought together a mixture of streetwear and Japanese design into his various creative roles. Levi's recently teamed up with…
These Movies Feature the Best of Men’s Style. Here’s How To Emulate Them
I remember in high school a group of boys became obsessed with the film Reservoir Dogs. So much so, they began wearing ill-fitting suits to school and never took their sunglasses off. It always stuck with me how much the film must have impacted them to create their entire sophomore…
Vollebak’s Indestructible Pants are Anything but Hyperbole
Vollebak continues their mission to equip their customers with the toughest garments to withstand extreme temperatures, violent weather patterns -- or whatever else the future holds. Their Indestructible Pants are a premium pant that's meant for long-term use that can take a beating. Made from a blend of Dyneema and…
Percival and Champion are at It Again (for the Fifth Time)
Longtime partners Percival and Champion have recently released their fifth collaboration. With an eye on updating the ordinary to the whimsical (or, as the Brits say, "cheeky"), the capsule includes traditional Champion pieces like sweats, hoodies, and tees, with embroidered characters and Boy Scout-badge influence designs. What we've seen since…